Review of The Normal Heart (2014) by Ryan K — 14 Jun 2014

An incredible adaptation of an incredibly heartbreaking, nothing to lose, true story. Filled with extremely well acted, and written, powerful monologues.

This review of The Normal Heart (2014) was written by Ryan K on 14 Jun 2014.

The Normal Heart has generally received very positive reviews.

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